Registered Nurse Admissions

Heartland Home Health • Fort Wayne, IN

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About The Position

Heartland Home Health, a Gentiva company, is seeking an Admissions Registered Nurse to welcome patients into its home health program and guide them through a smooth, professional, and compassionate admission process. The nurse conducts initial assessments, evaluates eligibility and care needs, initiates plans of care, and documents clinical findings and admission records. The role also coordinates with referral sources, patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team, and provides hands-on patient care in home and community settings while following applicable regulations, policies, and professional nursing standards.

Requirements

• Active RN license in the state of employment, or eligibility to obtain one.
• At least 1 year of high-acuity nursing experience.
• Compassionate, flexible, and patient-centered approach to care.
• Comfort providing care in a variety of home and community settings.
• Strong organizational, communication, and clinical decision-making skills.
• Valid driver’s license, automobile insurance, and reliable transportation.
• Current CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of experience in home health, hospice, ICU, geriatrics, Med-Surg, ER, PACU, telemetry, cardiac care, or a related clinical setting.
• Experience as an Admissions RN, in wound care, float pool, or travel nursing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive initial assessments and evaluations to determine patient eligibility and care needs.
• Initiate the Plan of Care in accordance with physician orders, clinical standards, and regulatory guidelines.
• Accurately and promptly document patient assessments, clinical findings, and admission records.
• Coordinate with referral sources, patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team to support the admission and onboarding process.
• Maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and agency policies.
• Deliver compassionate, hands-on patient care while upholding professional nursing standards.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• National and local recognition programs.
• Teammate Assistance Fund.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time associates.
• Mileage reimbursement or fleet vehicle program for full-time associates.
• Generous paid time off and 7 paid holidays for full-time associates.
• Wellness programs, including telemedicine, diabetes management, and joint and spine concierge care, for full-time associates.
• Education support and tuition assistance for full-time associates, including ASN to BSN and BSN to MSN.
• Free continuing education units (CEUs) for full-time associates.
• Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance for full-time associates.
• Voluntary benefits, including pet, critical illness, accident, and long-term care coverage, for full-time associates.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed